The Associated Press reports Minnesota Vikings DL Steve Martin (ankle) left the team's preseason game Friday, Sept. 2, with a sprained left ankle. He was taken from the sideline to the locker room on a cart.

Kevin Seifert, reports for the Sporting News, Minnesota Vikings DT Steve Martin may land a roster spot as a top reserve along the Vikings' defensive line. Martin has lost weight during the offseason in his attempt to show the coaching staff he deserves a roster spot. Martin can also contribute in goal line situations as well as provide a fresh, big body during key parts of the third and fourth quarters.

Minnesota Vikings DT Steve Martin is one of 36 NFL players who will be attending an executive education program at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, from April 6-8. The program is part of an ongoing NFL-NFLPA initiative to assist players in preparing for their post-playing careers.

Free agent DT Steve Martin's (Texans) agent, Paul Sheehy, of ProStar, has confirmed to KFFL that the Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with Martin on a two-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.

The New England Patriots and free agent DT Steve Martin (Jets) have agreed on a one-year deal worth about $1.75 million. There's mutual intention between Patriots and Martin's agent, Paul Sheehy, on working out a long-term deal before free agency begins next year. Patriots director of player personnel Scott Pioli was instrumental in getting the deal done. He put a lot of effort into the deal and because of him, there is a comfort level for Martin playing under a one-year deal while they work towards a long-term deal down the road.

The Washington Times reports the Washington Redskins were one of six teams sent a contract proposal by agent Jeff Durand on behalf of free agent DL Brandon Mitchell (Patriots). The team remains interested in free agent DL Steve Martin (Jets) but he was close to an agreement yesterday with another team.

Newsday reports the New York Jets have big holes to fill in the middle of their defense after losing DT Shane Burton via free agency (Panthers) and having talks with DT Steve Martin break down. The Jets appear to be ready to use their first-round draft choice on a defensive tackle to help shore up the problem.

The NY Daily News reports agent Paul Sheehy said talke between himself and the New York Jets regarding free agent DT Steve Martin have broken off. The Jets offered Martin, an unrestricted free agent, what Sheehy described as "backup money." "We've agreed to go our separate ways," said Sheehy, who expects Martin to sign with another team within a week.

The Tennessean reports although agent Paul Sheehy said he has spoken to Tennessee Titans GM Floyd Reese about his client, free agent DT Steve Martin (Jets), Martin is not visiting Monday. "Right now we're just at the talking stage," said Sheehy.

The New York Jets have continued talks with DT Steve Martin's agent, Paul Sheehy, the past few weeks and negotiations are progressing but at a slow pace. "We anticipate the interest to be great from a number of teams once he hits the market on Friday," Sheehy said when reached by KFFL on Tuesday. He noted that Martin took almost 900 snaps last year and piled on 83 tackles, which are eye-popping numbers for a defensive lineman. "He's a difference-maker," Sheehy said. Martin is set to become an unrestricted free agent on Friday.

Rob Demovsky reports for PackersNews.com Green Bay Packers DT Steve Martin, on the team's PUP list with a quadriceps tendon tear, is not progressing as well as the team had hoped. Though Warren is eligible to begin practicing, if he doesn’t do so within the next three weeks, he won’t play this season. "Steve’s not as far ahead as we would like," coach Mike Sherman said. "There’s a chance he won’t play this year, and there’s a chance he will."

The Post-Dispatch reports New York Jets DE Shaun Ellis (hip) and DT Steve Martin (foot) practiced Friday for the first time all week. As previously noted, WR Wayne Chrebet got in his first full practice of the week Friday. All three are expected to play Sunday.

Ken Berger reports for NY Newsday New York Jets DT Steve Martin was still seen limping at practice on Friday with a bad toe. Coach Herman Edwards remains hopeful that he will be able to start inside with Shane Burton. If not, it will be Burton and Tom Barndt.

The New York Times reports New York Jets starting S Damien Robinson (ankle) did not practice Thursday, and it seems very unlikely that he will play Sunday. S Chris Hayes would start in his place. DT Steve Martin (toe) was able to return to practice on Thursday.